https://www.oceanexpert.net/expert/PCostaSilva

MTech

Operational Support (technical)

Biological Oceanography, Marine Ecology
Marine Geology, Geophysics
Maritime Archaeology
Maritime Archaeology

It collaborates with researchers from universities and scientific divers from countries such as Argentina, Colombia, México, Peru, Spain and other countries, namely, in the restoration of coral structures and in the management of coral resilience.

Survey (prospecting), collection and characterization of geological samples, for the professional diving company ARMS; Drilling (prospecting), collection and characterization of geological samples, for the drilling company Dragados. Drilling (prospecting), characterization of geological samples, for the drilling company Van Ord. 
Collaboration in several marine projects (lectures, dissemination, awareness actions and courses), in courses and survey work on underwater archeology.

Gulf of Mexico
Caribbean Sea
North Atlantic Ocean

Academic education:
- Advanced technical course in applied geology (IST);
- Biology - Marine branch - 156ECTS (UAc).

Profesional education:
- Professional diving course of 3rd class (EMA);
- Commercial diving course - 50m (EBA);
- Medium depth commercial diver Course (EBA);
- Refloating ships - Afloat repairs and ship salvage course (EMA);
- Underwater cutting and welding course (EMA);
- Trainer of trainer’s course (MDN – EA);
- Environmental protection instructor course (MDN – EPE);
- Engineering vessel operator course (MDN – EPE);
- Introduction to diving medical emergencies course (FMAS);
- Hyperbaric and underwater medicine course (UMur);
- Hyperbaric camera operator course (Hospital PH – iDAN/Barodissey);
- Hyperbaric camera attendant course (Hospital PH – iDAN/Barodissey).

Practice and skills in the following activities:
- Administration and supervision of scientific teams;
- Scientific diving as a working dive with special characteristics, need for rigor in scientific work and safety of operations;
- Biological, geological and underwater archeology research techniques;
- Knowledge of physical, chemical and biological oceanography;
- Fish, Invertebrate marine census and vertebrate marine census;
- Study of movement and identification in marine research;
- Maintenance of submerged structures;
- Management of coralline areas and biogenic sedimentation;
- Coral monitoring and management of coralline structures;
- Geological and coral drilling;
- Control and irradiation of invasive marine species;
- Marking and recapture of species;
- Installation of buoys and implementation of systems to merge;
- Collection and interpretation of geological distribution of rock units and structures;
- Study of the mobile substrate;
- Fossilization and stratigraphy;
- Formation of beaches and coastal dynamics;
- Risk and hazard in geological processes;
- Archeology projects in the Azores islands;
- Underwater cultural heritage projects in the Azores islands;
- Introduction to techniques of intervention in underwater archeology;
- Methodology of archaeological exploration in submerged environment;
- Management of underwater archaeological parks;
- Handling of living organisms or archaeological artefacts (scientific principle);
- Characterization of methods applied to underwater archeology;
- First aid, including CPR and Oxygen Management for possible dive accident victims, must be able to use effective rescue techniques and the collection of casualties in diving;
- Objectives of scientific work, integrating diving objectives with diving operational requirements;
- Main ichthyological species, with objectives of scientific work;
- Principles of physics and physiology and its application to diving activity;
- Physiology and its application to diving activity;
- Assessment of causes, symptoms, prevention and treatment of various diving accidents;
- Hyperbaric and underwater medicine and hyperbaric chamber operations;
- Decompression tables and dive computers, how to use correctly in various situations;
- Principles of behavior in order to minimize the impact on the ecosystem;
- Main methodologies used in underwater archeology;
- Generality of seamanship techniques;
- Nomenclature and know how to make and use cables and nodes applied to maritime activity;
- Generality of the nomenclature of a vessel and how to identify the type of vessel;
- Generality of the nomenclature of fishing gear and how to identify the type of gear;
- Maintenance of the EACA equipment involved in the work performed;
- Maintenance of the NNI / NNII (Nitrox) equipment involved in the work performed;
- Main methodologies for evaluation and interpretation of tides and sea currents;
- Recreational rebreathers (closed circuit) and other professionals breathing recycling systems;
- Maintenance of light equipment, involved in the work done and maintenance of hard diving equipment;
- Meteorology and atmospheric behavior;
- Hydraulic work (port construction, dredging, inspections with report);
- Photography and filming in open / closed circuit;
- Pipelines and submarine emissaries;
- Rehabilitation and hydraulic demolition and structural rehabilitation (metallic and concrete), ponds, dams and bridges;
- Maintenance of WWTP and other contaminated areas;
- Recovery and dismantling of vessels (cutting and welding);
- Biological and environmental studies;
- Operation / Driving of chambers for the treatment of diving accidents;
- Maintenance of BP / HP compressors;
- Maintenance of regulators and others air supply systems;
- Maintenance of KMorgan EXO and 17, 27 and 37;
- Maintenance of AGA Interspiro;
- Reflow of ships and other vessels;
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Portuguese
English
French
Spanish

https://nasaluniversidadedosacores.webnode.pt/

Paulo Jorge Cruz da Costa Silva, known as Paulo Costa Silva, is a highly skilled and experienced scientific diver trainer affiliated with CMAS (Confédération Mondiale des Activités Subaquatiques). Born on November 1964 in Faro, Portugal, Paulo developed an early passion for the underwater world and dedicated his life to exploring and studying its wonders. Paulo Costa Silva's journey as a scientific diver began in his early twenties when he discovered his love for the ocean and its intricate ecosystems. He pursued formal training in diving techniques and acquired certifications from CMAS, a global organization renowned for promoting safe and responsible diving practices. With his expertise in underwater exploration and scientific research, Paulo Costa Silva became an esteemed instructor and trainer within the CMAS community. He dedicated himself to educating and mentoring aspiring divers, imparting his vast knowledge and honing their skills in various scientific diving techniques. Paulo Costa Silva's training programs encompass a wide range of subjects, including marine biology, underwater photography, underwater archaeology, and environmental conservation. His courses emphasize the importance of marine preservation and instill a deep sense of responsibility among divers to protect fragile ecosystems. Throughout his career, Paulo Costa Silva has participated in numerous scientific expeditions and research projects, collaborating with scientists and experts from around the world. His contributions to underwater research have helped uncover valuable insights into marine biodiversity, climate change impacts, and the preservation of delicate underwater habitats. In addition to his scientific pursuits, Paulo Costa Silva actively promotes dive safety and advocates for sustainable diving practices. He emphasizes the significance of proper training, equipment maintenance, and adherence to environmental regulations to ensure the long-term health of marine environments. Paulo Costa Silva's expertise and dedication have earned him respect and recognition within the scientific diving community. His passion for the underwater world is contagious, inspiring countless individuals to embrace the wonders of the sea and contribute to its protection. For 05 years (2015-2020) he was responsible worldwide for the functions of Director of Scientific Diving as well as the management of these programs (CMAS). Today, Paulo Costa Silva continues to make significant contributions to the field of scientific diving as a trainer, mentor, and advocate. His unwavering commitment to fostering responsible diving practices and preserving marine ecosystems serves as a guiding light for future generations of scientific divers.

Scientific training courses: 
- Scientific diver course (UMurcia / CBA);
- Underwater cultural heritage discovery course (CMAS);
- Marine conservation course (CMAS);
- Underwater archaeology course (CMAS);
- Advanced Underwater archaeology course (CMAS);
- Scientific diving instructor course (CMAS);
- Marine biology instructor course (CMAS);
- Underwater cultural heritage discovery instructor course (CMAS);
- Marine geology instructor course (CMAS);
- Ocean discovery instructor course (CMAS);
- Scientific diving instructor trainer course (CMAS);

Other training courses: 
- Mental care after diving accidents course (CMAS Europe);
- Global mangrove watch mentored online course (Reef Resilience);
- Identifying and delineating Key Biodiversity Areas - KBA Advanced Practitioner Course (Conservation Training);
- Wastewater pollution course - Updated (Conservation Training);
- Identifying and delineating Key Biodiversity Areas - KBA Practitioner Course (Conservation Training);
- Regional IUCN Red list assessments course (IUCN);
- UCN Species information service course (IUCN);
- IUCN Red list mapping standard course (IUCN);
- Supporting information for IUCN red list assessments course (IUCN);
- IUCN Red list categories and criteria updated course (IUCN);
- Red list assessments course (IUCN);
- Ecology studies, biology conservation and biodiversity assessment course (Alison);
- Water funds: Design phase course (Reef Resilience / Conservation Training);
- Water funds: Introduction and feasibility phase course (Reef Resilience / Conservation Training);
- Remote sensing and mapping for coral reef conservation mentored online course (Reef Resilience / Conservation Training);
- Wastewater pollution mentored course (Reef Resilience / Conservation Training);
- Wastewater pollution course (Reef Resilience / Conservation Training);
- Detección remota y cartografía para la conservación de los arrecifes de coral (The Nature Conservancy);
- Protected areas and sustainable development course (Reef Resilience / Conservation Training);
- Planning for conservation: Using the conservation standards course (Reef Resilience / Conservation Training);
- Introduction to the IUCN red list course (IUCN);
- Measures demystified (Updated) course (Reef Resilience / Conservation Training);
- Essential ecosystem approach to fisheries management course (SAGARPA / The Nature Conservancy);
- Fisheries compliance and enforcement course (SAGARPA / The Nature Conservancy);
- Leadership for fisheries management course (SAGARPA / The Nature Conservancy);
- General fisheries legal framework course (SAGARPA / The Nature Conservancy);
- Achieving collaboration at scale course (Blue Accounting);
- MEET Network ecotourism in protected areas course (IUCN);
- Fisheries compliance and enforcement course (SAGARPA / The Nature Conservancy);
- Introduction to marine biodiversity in the coral triangle region course ((Reef Resilience / Conservation Training);
- Coral triangle - Stakeholder involvement course (Reef Resilience / Conservation Training);
- Biological monitoring of MPAs course (Conservation Training);
- Global threats to marine biodiversity course (Conservation Training);
- Local threats to marine biodiversity course (Conservation Training);
- Population Dynamics Course (Reef Resilience / Conservation Training);
- Marine protected areas (MPAs) course (Conservation Training);
- Reasons for marine protected area establishment course (Conservation Training / Reef Resilience);
- Marine protected area categories and zoning course (Reef Resilience);
- MPA Planning course (Reef Resilience / Conservation Training);
- MPA Management course (Reef Resilience / Conservation Training);
- Level VI: Is adequately knowledgeable about coral species and handling techniques (Reef Ball Foundation);
- Module 1: Why, when, and how much to invest in measures course (Reef Resilience / Conservation Training);
- Measures Demystified course (Reef Resilience / Conservation Training);
- Advanced studies in coral reef resilience course (The Nature Conservancy / NOAA Coral Reef);
- Coral reef restoration course (The Nature Conservancy / NOAA Coral Reef);
- Corals and climate adaptation planning: Adaptation design tool course (Reef Resilience / NOAA Coral Reef);
- Marine preservation and conservation course (FEDECAS);
- Introduction to coral reef resilience course (Conservation Training);
- Step 1 Conceptualize: Assessment and certificate course (Reef Resilience);
- Developing biodiversity indicators course (Conservation Training);
- Certificación en concienciación medioambiental (Green Spot Flag);
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Diver training courses: 
- Diving instructor M3 course (CMAS);
- National diving instructor - IN1E course (FEDAS);
- Advanced open water instructor course (SSI);
- Basic life support operational course (CPR);
- Basic life support instructor course (CPR);
- Oxygen supply instructor course (FPAS);
- Basic life support / CPR (CPR/CER);
- Oxygen supply instructor course (FPAS);
- Oxygen provider instructor (FPAS);
- First Aid / CPR Instructor (NSC);
- React Right - Course combination - FA, CPR, O2 (SSI);
- Ice diving instructor course (CMAS);
- Nitrox instructor (CMAS);
- Educational training pedagogy course (FPAS);
- Search and recovery course (CMAS);
- Underwater navigation course (CMAS);
- Underwater navigation course (CMAS);
- Diving pedagogy Course (FPAS)
- Nitrox Instructor Course (SSI);
- Ice Diving Instructor Course (CMAS);
- Dry suit Instructor Course (CMAS);
- IntroTec Diver Course (FEDAS);
- Equipment techniques specialty instructor course (SSI);
- Navigation specialty instructor course (SSI);
- Night/Limited visibility specialty instructor course (SSI);
- Stress & Rescue specialty instructor course (SSI);
- Nitrox specialty instructor course (SSI);
- Deep Diving specialty instructor course (SSI);
- Compressors and Fill Stations Course (Induma/FPAS);
- Science of Diving Course (SSI);
- Coral identification Course (SSI);
- Marine Ecology Course (SSI);
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